LinensBailey and the entire UVRMC NICU can
always use linens. These linens are used to cover mattresses,
swaddle babies, cover babies, etc. If you would like to send some
linens to us we will be happy to do with them as you ask. If you
would like us to keep them and use them for Bailey throughout her life,
we will. If you would like us to use them for Bailey and then
donate them to the hospital when Bailey comes home, we will do that too.
We would even be happy to deliver them directly to the NICU for all to
use.Linens can be sent
to:Bailey Michelle Strong1463 W 2100 NPleasant Grove, UT 84062USAPlease be sure to include instructions
on what you would like us to do with the linens you send.Linens should be made using either 100%
cotton, flannel, or fleece. There are three sizes of linens used
in the NICU. The first is a large linen used to cover the
mattresses. The second is a much smaller linen used to swaddle and
cover the babies. The third is a sock type linen that is used to
cover the foam placed around the babies to help contain them on the bed.
This foam piece is sometimes called a bendy bumper. Blankets and
quilts of all types, fabrics, and sizes are also used. Feel free
to send whatever you like.Large LinenApproximately 44" x 36"When my wife made some of these all she
did was buy a yard of 44" wide fabric, double fold the edges, and sew
with a simple straight stitch.Small LinenApproximately 22" x 18"Same thing here. Buy one yard of
44" wide fabric, cut it into four rectangles, double fold the edges and
straight stitch.Bendy Bumper Sock (Two Sizes)36" x 6" (when folded 36" x 3")Fold in half and stitch so that you end
up with a tube of material that is 36" long and 3" wide, closed at one
end and open at the other. Like a pillow case. A simple double fold and straight
stitch to finish the open end of the tube is all that is necessary.50" x 10" (when folded 50" x 5")Follow the same directions listed
above.